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Two Chinese-British dual nationals jailed in dissident spying case

The sweeping National Security Law, which severely curtailed freedoms in Hong Kong, contributed to years of strained ties between Beijing and London.

18/06/2026

Economy

Bank of England holds interest rate at 3.75% as inflation steadies

The Bank of England left its key interest rate unchanged at 3.75% for a fourth consecutive meeting after fresh data showed inflation holding steady and the labour market continuing to cool without a sharp deterioration.

18/06/2026

Europe News

Voters head to the polls in key UK by-election

Burnham is regarded by many Labour MPs as the party's best chance of recovery following the disastrous May local elections.

18/06/2026

Residences

Waldorf Astoria to open in London's iconic Admiralty Arch this autumn

Located on The Mall, the restored Grade I-listed landmark has been transformed into a luxury hotel with 114 rooms and suites, a spa, and two signature restaurants.

18/06/2026

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UK: Tommy Robinson’s Oxford Union debate sparks protests and free speech backlash

Tommy Robinson’s appearance at the Oxford Union prompts large protests and reignites the UK debate over free expression and platforms for extremists.

18/06/2026

Europe News

England out to avenge 2018 World Cup loss to Croatia

England coach Thomas Tuchel said he expected former Real Madrid legend Luka Modrić and Manchester City's Mateo Kovačić to still be the "heartbeat" of the Croatian side.

17/06/2026

Tech News

Social media is now the world’s leading source of news, study says

Fifty-four percent of people said they used social media as a news source at least once a week compared to the 51% using traditional media, like TV, radio or news websites.

17/06/2026

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UK lions predict England's World Cup fate

Lionesses and lions at a UK sanctuary were given World Cup-themed boxes to choose from, with keepers treating their picks as playful predictions for England's group-stage matches.

16/06/2026

Europe News

Russia says yacht on 'dangerous approach' in Channel prompted shots

The incident comes two days after armed British forces boarded and detained a sanctioned tanker in the Channel that is suspected of being part of Russia’s shadow fleet.

16/06/2026

Europe News

Two men convicted of arson plot targeting Keir Starmer's properties

Two men face sentencing Friday after being found guilty of torching properties linked to the prime minister, in a case that has raised questions about foreign interference in British public life.

15/06/2026

Europe News

Delays to UK Parliament renovation could add £420m to final bill

Plans to restore the Victorian neo-Gothic edifice, which is part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring Westminster Abbey, stretch back more than a decade.

15/06/2026

Europe News

UK court upholds terrorism ban on pro-Palestinian group

Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper had defended the proscription, arguing supporters of the group were unaware of the "full nature" of the organisation.

15/06/2026

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World Naked Bike Ride returns to streets of London in the UK

Hundreds of cyclists took part in the World Naked Bike Ride in London on 14 June. The annual event combined humour, environmental messages, and calls for greater safety on the roads.

15/06/2026

Europe News

UK's Keir Starmer announces social media ban for under-16-year-olds

Australia, Canada, Brazil and Indonesia have introduced legislation or announced age-based restrictions or requirements for children’s access to social media.

15/06/2026

Europe News

Ukraine thanks UK for intercepting Russian shadow fleet oil tanker

In a post on social media, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the operation delivered "yet another blow to Russia".

14/06/2026

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UK: Royal Opera Chorus marks 2026 World Cup start with London performance

London marked the 2026 World Cup kick-off with SeokJong Baek and the Royal Opera Chorus performing Puccini’s ‘Nessun dorma’ in Covent Garden.

13/06/2026

Residences

London’s best hotels for 2026 revealed

From the all-suite glamour of The Chancery Rosewood to the timeless elegance of The Ritz, a new ranking of the UK’s top hotels by The Telegraph highlights the capital’s finest places to stay.

13/06/2026

Economy

UK economy shrinks in April as the Iran war energy shock takes a toll

Britain's economy contracted by 0.1% in April, the first monthly fall since August 2025, as the conflict in the Middle East pushed up energy costs and prompted households to rein in their spending.

12/06/2026

Europe News

UK armed forces minister resigns hours after defence secretary

Dan Jarvis, a former army officer and the Labour MP for Barnsley North, has since taken over as defence secretary.

11/06/2026

Europe News

Police fire water cannon at demonstrators as Belfast protests continue

Stephen Ogilvie, the victim of the knife attack in Belfast, sustained severe injuries to his eyes as well as slashes to his face and back and remains in hospital.

11/06/2026

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Clashes erupt as police use water cannon near Belfast

Police used water cannon during a second night of unrest in Northern Ireland after a Belfast stabbing sparked anti-migrant tensions.

11/06/2026

Design

London exhibition explores how NIGO reshaped fashion and hype culture

The exhibition, NIGO: From Japan With Love, brings together over 700 objects from his personal archive, charting his evolution from teenage Americana obsessive to global designer and artistic director of Kenzo.

11/06/2026

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UK: Belfast violence leaves homes burnt and families displaced

Belfast awoke to scenes of destruction on 10 June after anti immigration protests descended into violence across several parts of Northern Ireland, leaving homes damaged, vehicles burnt out and families displaced.

10/06/2026

Europe News

Officers injured in Belfast and Glasgow anti-immigration protests

Violence broke out after police charged a 30-year-old Sudanese man with attempted murder in relation to a knife attack in Belfast.

10/06/2026

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Cars and homes burn as unrest erupts in Belfast after knife attack

Multiple fires burned across parts of Belfast as anti-immigration protests erupted following a stabbing attack. Footage showed burning vehicles, damaged homes and emergency crews responding overnight.

10/06/2026

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Police in Northern Ireland arrest man after violent Belfast stabbing

Video posted to social media shows a man stabbing another man several times in the head with a knife in what appears to be an attempted beheading.

09/06/2026